While the city of Napa is an obvious destination for foodies and wine enthusiasts visiting California’s premier wine region, those seeking a more relaxed experience will want to head toward the north end of Napa Valley to what the locals affectionately refer to as “Up Valley.
With its long tradition and bevy of talented winemakers, Napa Valley produces some of the most expensive bottles of wine in the world, including the current record holder. The prices aren’t just for show — throngs of wine lovers wait for years on lists, scrub the Internet, and travel to auctions for the chance to get a sip of some of these fantastic, and extremely pricey, bottles.
Check out this list of Napa Valley winemakers who are doing new and exciting things in the world of wine production. These are winemakers with a strong point of view who are eschewing the traditional in favor of their own visions. The results taste incredible.
Napa Valley is legendary among wine drinkers and connoisseurs of all things luxurious, but the valley’s story is rooted in hard work and hard times.
In 1976, a selection of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon from California were put up for comparison against their well-established French counterparts. The expectation, of course, was that the French wines would easily win the competition.
Yountville is famous for its world-class culinary delights—legendary chef Thomas Keller owns three restaurants in this tiny town—but it’s also a mecca for Napa Valley shopping. The concentration of one-of-a-kind boutiques filled with stylish clothing, jewelry, bath products, and more will make any shopaholic swoon.
Ooh la la! Are you craving that home cooked meal in that little bistro in France? Are you daydreaming about a fairy tale chateau with the most incredible wine? Are you missing your daily game of petanque? Look no further. You can experience it all in the Napa Valley.
For a first date, something lively might be in order. For a fifth date, a dash of candle-lit intimacy sounds appropriate. For a fifth anniversary? An old standard with sentimental value. Whatever the romantic occasion, Napa Valley hosts a variety of restaurants known for their cozy aesthetics, stellar food, and of course, world-class wines. Here’s a short-list of some perennial favorites for whichever iteration of date night you have in mind.
The eco-friendly hotel and spa in centrally located in the heart of Downtown Calistoga at the center of the town’s many pleasures in the Legendary Napa Valley. Stay and play in Calistoga and here are 5 reasons to plan your next getaway in Napa Valley’s legendary wine country.
There was a time when kids and Napa Valley wine country didn’t get along. Parents who wanted to visit had to cut a deal with Grandma and leave the kids at home. But these days there’s plenty to keep the milk drinking set happily entertained. Here’s a few ideas to get the family excited about a trip to Napa Valley Wine Country.
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